Several mosaic art associations, societies, guilds and communities across the world promote education and excellence in mosaic. We’ve created a handy list for you here so that you can find one close to you.
(If you know of any associations, societies or guilds that aren’t on this list, please let us know and we’ll add them.)
FEATURED
The Society of American Mosaic Artists
The Society of American Mosaic Artists (SAMA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to educating, inspiring, and promoting excellence in mosaic arts. It champions mosaic arts regionally, nationally and internationally through programs, events and activities. SAMA’s legacy has been connecting artists with new audiences and collaborative opportunities that strengthen the relevancy of contemporary mosaic art in the 21st century.
Web: americanmosaics.org
International
Contemporary Mosaic Arts 2
Contemporary Mosaic Arts 2 (CMA2) is a member-driven organization that seeks to create an exciting social media site for artists worldwide. It encourages structured and spontaneous interaction between members that promote goodwill, education and growth. It seeks to create an environment where members are comfortable expanding their skills, techniques and presentation of their art.
International Association of Contemporary Mosaicists
Founded in Ravenna, Italy, the International Association of Contemporary Mosaicists (AIMC), the AIMC still enjoys the support of the City of Ravenna, which houses the administrative office of the Association at the Art Museum of the City (MAR) on the ground floor of the Loggetta Lombardesca. Since its inception, the AIMC has regularly held international congresses and exhibitions, and created publications to promote contemporary mosaic throughout the world.
United States of America (USA)
Austin Mosaic Guild
The Austin Mosaic Guild is the hub for all things mosaic in Central Texas (and beyond!). The group works to inspire each other and share knowledge to help each member grow as an artist. They offer mosaic exhibits, community projects, mosaic workshops and classes, commission announcements, and more.
Web: amg.clubexpress.com
Colorado Mosaic Artists
Colorado Mosaic Artists supports and advocates for the mosaic art form in Colorado. It encourages mosaic artists to grow through meetings and events. It gives visibility to the mosaic art form by providing exhibit opportunities. It also contributes to the community through mosaic art for recognized charitable organizations.
Minnesota Mosaic Guild
The Minnesota Mosaic Guild (MMG) was formed to promote the art of mosaic; foster exploration and experimentation in the media; provide educational opportunities in mosaic; and share and celebrate the diversity of experience and knowledge in the media.
Mosaic Artists of Michigan
Mosaic Artists of Michigan (MAM) aims to educate and promote the resurgence of fine art mosaics. As an art organization, MAM embraces all achievements in the artist’s journey, from beginner to professional. Members include professional artists, hobbyists and patrons.
Mosaic Society of Philadelphia
The Mosaic Society of Philadelphia is a non-profit organization that promotes mosaic art in the Philadelphia, PA area. They are membership based and host educational meetings, workshops and field trips throughout the year. By building this community, they aim to preserve the tradition and skills of mosaics, building respect for mosaic as an art form, and pushing the boundaries of innovation through contemporary mosaics.
New England Mosaic Society
The New England Mosaic Society (NEMS) is a volunteer organization that encourages and promotes excellence in contemporary mosaic fine art through education, exhibitions and community events. Membership is open to mosaic artists at all levels as well as mosaic suppliers.
The Society of American Mosaic Artists
The Society of American Mosaic Artists (SAMA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to educating, inspiring, and promoting excellence in mosaic arts. It champions mosaic arts regionally, nationally and internationally through programs, events and activities. SAMA’s legacy has been connecting artists with new audiences and collaborative opportunities that strengthen the relevancy of contemporary mosaic art in the 21st century.
Web: americanmosaics.org
Europe
The Association for the Study and Preservation of Roman Mosaics
The Association for the Study and Preservation of Roman Mosaics is devoted to the study of ancient mosaics, especially the Roman mosaics of Britain. Its members include archaeologists, artists, academics, museum curators, conservators, students and people with an interest in ancient mosaics, as well as museums, art galleries, villas in public and private ownership, fine arts institutions and mosaic conservation firms.
Web: asprom.org
British Association for Modern Mosaic
The British Association for Modern Mosaic (BAMM) promotes, encourages and supports excellence in contemporary mosaic art and to raise public awareness of modern mosaic art through exhibitions, publications, events and related educational activities. BAMM is an energetic and enthusiastic membership association open to all those interested in contemporary mosaic art. Whether you are an artist, a collector, a student or an enthusiast, you are welcome as a member of BAMM.
Web: bamm.org.uk
Deutsche Organisation für Mosaikkunst (DOMO)
Deutsche Organisation für Mosaikkunst e.V. (DOMO) is a German non-profit association, which organises seminars, training courses, workshops and exhibitions of the works of the association members. It creates publications on mosaic art, provides information and advice for members on artistic and technical questions, and operate a communication system for mutual support and assistance. It also supports joint mosaic projects by DOMO members and maintains relationships with mosaic artists abroad and with DOMO’s foreign sister organizations.
Web: domo-ev.de
Het Mozaïekgilde
Het Mozaïekgilde is an association of artists based in the Netherlands. Its members include specialists in glass, tile, ceramics and marble.
Web: mozaiekgilde.nl
The Mosaic Artists Association of Ireland
The Mosaic Artists Association of Ireland (MAAI) is a volunteer-run members’ organisation, which aims to be the premier platform for mosaic artists in Ireland, fostering creativity, community, and recognition both nationally and internationally.
Web: maai.ie
Pro Mosaico International
Pro Mosaico International is an association of both admirers and practitioners of artisanal mosaics in Belgium.
Web: promosaico.be
South West Mosaic Artists
South West Mosaic Artists (SWMA) is a collective based in the South West of England. Established in 2019, it aims to highlight and showcase the enormous diversity of styles that contemporary artists in the region bring to this art form. The group holds exhibitions annually, as well as pop-up and smaller displays and selling exhibitions when and where the opportunity arises.
Australasia
The Mosaic Association of Australia & New Zealand
The Mosaic Association of Australia and New Zealand has members from around Australia, New Zealand and across the world. They have three guiding stars that help shine the way to do what they do: exhibitions; education; and making a difference in the community.
Web: https://maanz.org/
Asia
Mosaic Art Association in Japan
Mosaic Art Association in Japan (MAAJ) promotes mosaic art, supports artists and raises public awareness. They issue bulletins and newsletters, and plan mosaic exhibitions and study sessions.
Web: maa-jp.com
Canada
Mosaic Artists of Canada
The Mosaic Artists of Canada’s vision is to welcome Canadian mosaic artists from different communities and create dynamic and inspiring meeting places. The opportunity to build ties between local and remote communities brings them all together and motivates their actions.
Ontario Mosaic Artists
Ontario Mosaic Artists was formed as a non-profit collective by a group of friends who share the passion of creating mosaic art. Their purpose is to host exhibitions of the artwork done by mosaic artists from all over Ontario to promote mosaics as a contemporary art form and to showcase the array of materials, styles, techniques, mediums, and dimensions used to put a modern spin on the ancient art form.
Africa
Mosaic Association South Africa
The Mosaic Association South Africa (MASA) welcomes all who enjoy mosaics and would like to share their passion, experience and knowledge with others. They hold regular online competitions as well as an annual exhibition.
Tunisian Association of Mosaic Art
The Tunisian Association of Mosaic Art (TAMA) organises training sessions in mosaic art, where attendees will have the opportunity to explore different mosaic methods and styles, and acquire the necessary knowledge to create unique and captivating works.
Web: tama.tn